Anderson Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Anderson Name at a Glance

Name	Anderson
Meaning	Son of Ander.
Origin	Norse
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Anderson Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Anderson means “Son of Ander”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Anderson Name Origin

Our database records Anderson under Norse origin. Browse more Norse baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Anderson a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Anderson is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Anderson

When considering Anderson for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.